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London Mayor Sadiq Khan said: “Praying for the Prime Minister’s swift recovery tonight. Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS has some of the finest medical staff in the world, and he could not be in safer hands.”

Ed Davey, leader of the Liberal Democrats added: "Thoughts are with Boris Johnson & his family at this latest news – best wishes for an early full recovery. Thanks to all NHS and social care staff looking after anyone who is ill tonight.”

Meanwhile, Scotland’s First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said: ''My thoughts are with the PM and his family – sending him every good wish.''

Footy pundits and celebs also took to Twitter to wish Mr Johnson well.

Match of the Day pundit Gary Lineker took to social media to share his support for the PM, adding: "Crikey. Shocking news. Hope he pulls through.”

Harry Potter author JK Rowling said: "Terrible news about the PM. Wishing him a speedy recovery and thinking of his poor family. Yet more evidence that this horrible virus does not discriminate."

The Apprentice star Lord Alan Sugar sent the Prime Minister his well wishes (Image: BBC/Boundless)

The Apprentice star Lord Alan Sugar also commented on the alarming development, posting: “Oh dear, this is bad news. I hope he gets well soon.”

While Mr Johnson remains in intensive care, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab will step in to deputise for him, it was confirmed.

The spokesman added: “Since Sunday evening, the Prime Minister has been under the care of doctors at St Thomas' Hospital, in London, after being admitted with persistent symptoms of coronavirus.

Match of the Day pundit Gary Lineker was stunned by the development (Image: GETTY)